Feedback: A grand vision for the Grand Army Building

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A story about the renovation of the Grand Army of the Republic Building in Detroit by Free Press staffer and HistoricDetroit.org founder Dan Austin drew cheers on Freep.com for the team renovating the building:

I pass the G.A.R Building every day and am in awe of the restoration efforts put forth, along with the pride and vision demonstrated for a "new" Detroit.

Godfrey Fenech

Cheers and thank you to Tom Carleton, David Carleton and Sean Emery for their vision, perseverance and commitment - not to mention resources.

Sandra Braden

I've always loved this building. I'm glad to see it being renovated. Hope to see more buildings like this renovated across the city.

Oliver Cole

We really did need to save that gorgeous building! We have many more to try and save! I wish there were more people doing this!

Roni Howe-Escobar

Loved that unusual building since the late 1960s, when I started working in the area. Upon completion, please afford us an opportunity to tour it with money to charity.

Charles Towne

It's sad Detroit has let so much history rot away into hazardous nothingness. They also seem to be in a hurry to let the most treasured buildings that people actually care about - Michigan Central Station, Tiger Stadium - crumble and face demolition while the rest of the city literally falls apart.

Brian Louwers

Great story and a great building. I am sure the vets would be proud.

Leif Baker

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Feedback: A grand vision for the Grand Army Building

I pass the G.A.R Building every day and am in awe of the restoration efforts put forth, along with the pride and vision demonstrated for a 'new' Detroit.